What is the cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Cardiff North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Reading?

The distance between Rhayader and Reading is 187 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rhayader to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rhayader to Reading?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Rhayader to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading bus from?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bryn Gwy station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Reading?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus via Cardiff which takes 8h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £190 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading bus arrive?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Reading is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Rhayader to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Rhayader to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Reading by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
5h 6m
Drive 145.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Readingcar 145.5 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
8h 2m
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
6h 11m
£86–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 41m
£55–73

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rhayader to Reading.

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 11m.

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